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2. sketch - Gallery - afternoon tea

Taking second place is sketch Gallery, sister restaurant to Michelin-starred sketch Lecture Room.

Located just off the bustling pavements of Oxford Street, diners can enjoy old-fashioned pistachio macarons and coffee éclairs alongside caviar and quail’s egg finger sandwiches or light ricotta, cucumber and asparagus.

You will have to fork out a few pounds more to enjoy this afternoon tea, it is £58 per person, or £72 per person with a glass of Champagne.

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"A lovely warm and welcoming experience.

"Food was lovely and you can have as much as you like" says one review.

Another says: "Quirky and glamorous setting with delicious scones and sandwiches and v pretty cakes."

3. GONG - Shangri-La Hotel, The Shard

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With spectacular views across the capital city, there is not surprise that this afternoon tea takes third place.

Situated on the 52nd floor of The Shard, afternoon tea is served alongside cocktails in London's highest cocktail bar.

Afternoon tea is served from 12pm until 4pm and features sandwiches, homemade pastries and of course, the classic English scones.

Coming in at £56 per person, diners can also enjoy a glass of Champagne in the price.

One review says: "The service was excellent, efficient and friendly.

"The tea was delightful, we had a good variety of sandwiches, with tasty fillings."